Releases Fuzzmugs, Inc a non-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Ohio and each of its directors, officers, and agents. The volunteer desires to provide services for Fuzzmugs, Inc and engage in activities related to serving as a volunteer by performing associated duties. A Volunteer is defined as, foster parents, Community service workers (Court orders or not), or a Vendor that is participating in on site functions.
Volunteers understand that the scope of a volunteers’ relationship with is limited to a volunteer position and Fuzzmugs, Inc that no compensation is expected in return for services provided by volunteer. That Fuzzmugs, Inc will not provide any benefits traditionally associated with employment to a volunteer; and that the volunteer is responsible for his/her own insurance coverage in the event of personal injury or illness as a result of volunteer services to Fuzzmugs, Inc.
(1) Waiver and Release: I, the volunteer/contractor, release and forever discharge and hold harmless Fuzzmugs, Inc and assigns from any and all liability, claims, demands of whatever kind of nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise for the services I, the volunteer/contractor, provide to Fuzzmugs, Inc . I understand and acknowledge that this Waiver and Release discharges Fuzzmugs, Inc from and liability or claims that I may have against Fuzzmugs, Inc with respect to bodily injury, illness, death, or property damage or loss that may result from the services that I provide to Fuzzmugs, Inc or occurring while I am providing volunteer services.
(2) Insurance: Further, I understand that Fuzzmugs, Inc does NOT assume any responsibility for or obligation to provide me, the volunteer, with financial or other assistance, including but not limited to medical health or disability benefits or insurance of any nature in the event of such injury or medical expenses incurred by me.
(3) Medical Treatment: I hereby release and forever discharge Fuzzmugs, Inc from any claim whatsoever which may arise or may hereafter arise on account of any first-aid treatment or other medical services rendered in connection with any emergency during my tenure as a volunteer with Fuzzmugs, Inc .
(4) Assumption and Risk: I understand that the services that I provide to Fuzzmugs, Inc may include activities that may be hazardous to me, including but not limited to any dog/cat related activities, such as walking, petting, and cleaning up after the animals. Also, bending and lifting of dog/cat kennels and Fuzzmugs, Inc supplies and/or equipment. I hereby expressly assume the risk of injury or harm from these activities and release Fuzzmugs, Inc from all liability for injury, illness, death or property damage resulting from the services that I provide as a volunteer or occurring while I am providing volunteer services at Fuzzmugs, Inc .
(5) Photographic Release: I grant and convey to Fuzzmugs, Inc all the right, title, and interests in any and all photographs, images, video, or audio recordings of me or my likeness or voice made by Fuzzmugs, Inc in connections with my providing volunteer services to Fuzzmugs, Inc .
(6) Animal Care: I understand that I will be working with cats that have been rescued and possibly/likely have been abuse in their past. I also understand that because I am working with likely abused cats I will not raise my voice or try to displine the cats for any reason. I understand that if I do any of these things I could be asked to leave the facility grounds.
(7) Dress Code and Professionalism: As a volunteer with Fuzzmugs, Inc you are a representative of the organization and personal cleanliness and good grooming are essential. Your personal appearance and dress should be clean, neat and professional at all times. Fuzzmugs, Inc T-Shirts are encouraged for volunteers. Your conduct should also be professional. Foul language and rowdiness will NOT be tolerated. As well, good customer service is expected of you if you are speaking to potential adopters.
(8) Confidentiality Agreement: I understand and agree that as a Volunteer of the Fuzzmugs, Inc. and/or any affiliate entity, that I have a moral, legal, and ethical responsibility to maintain the confidentiality of all information regarding inventory, animals, business operations, pantry recipients, staff and employees. Information pertaining to an animal's condition or records and information related to personnel, payroll, purchasing, costs and charges are considered confidential. I agree that as a Volunteer of the Fuzzmugs, Inc. and/or any affiliate entity, that I will not initiate contact with any member of the media nor discuss Fuzzmugs, Inc business of any kind with any member of the media. I fully understand the confidentiality requirements placed upon me as a Volunteer of the Fuzzmugs, Inc. I understand that my services may be terminated if I, in any manner, breach any policies and procedures regarding confidentiality.
(9) Key Holder Agreement:
The key issued remains the property of Fuzzmugs, Inc.
The key provided is not to be loaned or otherwise to leave the care of the keyholder without Fuzzmugs, Inc knowledge.
The key is not to be duplicated without permission from Fuzzmugs, Inc.
The keyholder will be responsible for the security of the key and loss of the key is to be reported immediately to Fuzzmugs, Inc.
The key will be returned to Fuzzmugs, Inc on request.
(9) Other: As a volunteer/contractor, I expressly agree that this Waiver and Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the state of Ohio and that this Release shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the state of Ohio. I agree that in the event that any clause or provision of this Waiver and Release is deemed invalid, the enforceability of the remaining provisions of this release shall not be affected.